Committee Summary for House Legislative Administration (05/08/2025)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
SB197 2025-188h 00:29:50.559 - 12:40:51 PM	Executive Session	(New Title) relative to the medical supervision of the licensed registered nurse employed by general court.	Pearl, Howard (R)[B]2025

SB197 2025-188h: John Williams, Legislative Director for Health and Services Support00:29:50.559 - 12:40:51 PM; John Williams testified in support of the amendment to SB 197, explaining that the amendment includes standard language used in other departmental standing orders, such as those for Nlloxxone and epinephrine, which provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for the chief medical officer issuing the order. He emphasized that the language has been vetted by the Attorney General's office since around 2016-2017 and is limited to situations where the officer acts in good faith and with reasonable care.
SB197 2025-188h: Representative W Information Only00:31:42.080 - 12:42:43 PM; Representative W expressed concerns about the liability section of the amendment, citing past experiences with liability issues and questioning the implications of limiting liability in healthcare settings. He raised concerns about potential accidents and mistakes and sought clarification on where else similar immunity is granted within the Department of Health and Human Services.
SB197 2025-188h: John Williams, Legislative Director for Health and Services Information Only00:32:52.480 - 12:43:53 PM; In response to Representative W's concerns, John Williams clarified that the immunity language has been carefully crafted and vetted, applying only when actions are taken in good faith and with reasonable care. He highlighted that the immunity is limited to the context of issuing standing orders and does not extend beyond the scope of the relevant RSA section.
SB197 2025-188h: Representative Wade Information Only00:36:08.800 - 12:47:09 PM; Representative Wade sought clarification on whether the scope of the immunity in the amendment was limited to the State House nurse or extended to the chief medical officer in any capacity. He was reassured that the immunity is limited to the specific context of the amendment and does not apply broadly.
SB197 2025-188h: Representative Senson Information Only00:37:18.000 - 12:48:19 PM; Representative Senson noted for the record that two people supported the bill and one opposed it, in the absence of Representative Richard.
SB197 2025-188h: Representative Turkot Information Only00:41:58.319 - 12:52:59 PM; Representative Turkot provided updates on several bills. They mentioned that the amendment to the gold star flag bill removed the state house phrase, suggesting a probable concurrence. They also informed that the enroll bills bill was killed in the Senate, and that HB 118 is scheduled for a vote the next day but still in committee. Lastly, they discussed the ethics bill (HB 248), noting that the Senate's amendment severely weakens it by removing the conflict of interest for lobbyists, expressing hope that the labor chair would either non-concur or request a committee of conference.
SB197 2025-188h: Unidentified Speaker Information Only00:47:13.040 - 12:58:14 PM; The speaker mentioned a historic committee meeting scheduled for the 19th at 1:00 in LOB 101, noting multiple changes in time and location. They also discussed the Wentworth Cheswell portrait, mentioning a proposal by the house clerk for the Masons to contract with a Nashua painter for the portrait, expressing strong support for this recommendation. They also suggested discussing the retained two portraits and forming a subcommittee.
SB197 2025-188h: Unidentified Speaker Information Only00:48:43.920 - 12:59:44 PM; The speaker thanked the chairman, leadership team, and committee members for their respectful and effective work throughout the session. They encouraged members to thank Karen and the researcher on their way out and asked members planning to file bills to inform the committee beforehand to facilitate discussions.

Hill, Gregory(Chairman)(R)[A-]2025	Sirois, Shane(Clerk)(R)[A-]2025	Sheehan, Vanessa(V Chairman)(R)[A-]2025
Wall, Janet(D)[F]2025	Notter, Jeanine(R)[A-]2025	Turcotte, Len(R)[B]2025
Verville, Kevin(R)[B-]2025	Richards, Beth(D)[D]2025	Payeur, Stephanie(D)[D-]2025
Boyd, Stephen(R)[B+]2025	Wade, Alice(D)[F]2025	Sorensen, Carrie(D)[F]2025